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Sub-major group 23
PSOC Sub-major group 23 — Teaching professionals (2026)
Teaching professionals teach the theory and practice of one or more disciplines at different educational levels; conduct research; improve or develop concepts, theories and operational methods pertaining to their particular discipline; and prepare scholarly papers and books. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the fourth ISCO skill level. Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: conducting classes, courses or tutorials at a particular educational level for educational and vocational purposes, including private lessons; conducting adult literacy programmes; teaching and educating persons with learning difficulties or special needs; designing and modifying curricula; inspecting and advising on teaching methods and aids; participating in decisions concerning the organization of teaching and related activities at schools and universities; conducting research in particular subjects to improve or develop concepts, theories or operational methods for application in industrial and other fields; preparing scholarly papers and books. Supervision of other workers may be included. Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 231 University and Higher Education Teachers 232 Vocational Education Teachers 233 Secondary Education Teachers 234 Primary School and Early Childhood Teachers 235 Other Teaching Professionals
Practical summary
What this code covers
Teaching professionals teach the theory and practice of one or more disciplines at different educational levels; conduct research; improve or develop concepts, theories and operational methods pertaining to their particular discipline; and prepare scholarly papers and books. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the fourth ISCO skill level. Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: conducting classes, courses or tutorials at a particular educational level for educational and vocational purposes, including private lessons; conducting adult literacy programmes; teaching and educating persons with learning difficulties or special needs; designing and modifying curricula; inspecting and advising on teaching methods and aids; participating in decisions concerning the organization of teaching and related activities at schools and universities; conducting research in particular subjects to improve or develop concepts, theories or operational methods for application in industrial and other fields; preparing scholarly papers and books. Supervision of other workers may be included. Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 231 University and Higher Education Teachers 232 Vocational Education Teachers 233 Secondary Education Teachers 234 Primary School and Early Childhood Teachers 235 Other Teaching Professionals
Administrative context
Where this code is used
Use this sub-major group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Professionals.
Selection note
How to choose it
Compare the nearby children: University and higher education teachers, Vocational education teachers, Secondary education teachers, Primary school and early childhood teachers.
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FAQ
What does PSOC 23 cover?
Teaching professionals teach the theory and practice of one or more disciplines at different educational levels; conduct research; improve or develop concepts, theories and operational methods pertaining to their particular discipline; and prepare scholarly papers and books. Competent performance in most occupations in this sub-major group requires skills at the fourth ISCO skill level. Tasks performed by workers in this sub-major group usually include: conducting classes, courses or tutorials at a particular educational level for educational and vocational purposes, including private lessons; conducting adult literacy programmes; teaching and educating persons with learning difficulties or special needs; designing and modifying curricula; inspecting and advising on teaching methods and aids; participating in decisions concerning the organization of teaching and related activities at schools and universities; conducting research in particular subjects to improve or develop concepts, theories or operational methods for application in industrial and other fields; preparing scholarly papers and books. Supervision of other workers may be included. Occupations in this sub-major group are classified into the following minor groups: 231 University and Higher Education Teachers 232 Vocational Education Teachers 233 Secondary Education Teachers 234 Primary School and Early Childhood Teachers 235 Other Teaching Professionals
Where is PSOC 23 used in practice?
Use this sub-major group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Professionals.
How do I choose PSOC 23 over nearby options?
Compare the nearby children: University and higher education teachers, Vocational education teachers, Secondary education teachers, Primary school and early childhood teachers.